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2002 Jeep Wrangler X review from North America

"Good, could be better"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Nothing - So far.

4.0L is underpowered IMO. I can't imagine the 4 cyl.

Undercarriage starting to rust a bit from WV winters.

General comments?

Although I am overall pretty happy with the Jeep purchase, I feel they could do much more to make it a better "bang for the buck" so to speak.

Bad - They are expensive, noisy, aerodynamically poor, lack creature comforts.

Good - Reliability, fun to drive, versatile.

Yes, before anybody says it, I realize it is a Jeep. BUT! I am disappointed overall in what this vehicle could be. There is no reason that Jeep could not include a hood lock, a keyless entry option, a locking gas cap and for Pete's sake, they don't even have full metal chrome lugnuts. They are wheel bolts with chrome covers!!! That is pathetic for as expensive as the Wranglers are. They need to realize that not everybody buries their Jeep in the mud on the weekend. Soooo, now I have to add power door locks, power windows, a hood lock, a locking gas cap, and get something to haul these plastic windows around in.

I simply think it could be a better "package" altogether. Hardcore Jeep fans are going to blast this review, but when somebody is stealing their battery or gas, they will think twice. I shouldn't have to go aftermarket to have a locking hood. Common sense has to enter in to the mix somewhere. A Wrangler will never be a practical vehicle, but it can be more practical than it is currently with a little more effort on Jeep's part.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Model Year2002
First year of ownership2004
Most recent year of ownership2004
Engine and transmission 4.0L Manual
Performance marks 4/10
Reliability marks 8/10
Comfort marks 4/10
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Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 5/10
Distance when acquired24500 miles
Most recent distance27000 miles
Previous carDodge Durango
Date of Entry 7th December, 2004

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